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Chapter 164: I Wish to Win One’s Heart

Wen Jiayue walked quickly to Shen Fuhan as if she had seen a savior.

She really regretted mentioning this to Lin Qianqian. How could she talk about something like this in public? She must have been out of her mind.

Just as he was filled with regret, Shen Fuhan suddenly asked, "What happened to your face?"

Wen Jiayue subconsciously touched her face; it was a little hot, so he must have noticed that she was blushing.

She explained, "It's probably a bit hot and stuffy inside."

Shen Fuhan glanced at the half-open window.

He caught a glimpse of Lin Qianqian blushing even more out of the corner of his eye, paused for a moment, but said nothing.

Inside Ninghui Hall, the old lady sat quietly for a moment, then grabbed a teacup and smashed it to pieces.

The maid she sent to keep an eye on her had already reported back that Lin Qianqian was being carried on the back of a guard and was swaggering around the Marquis's mansion, completely shameless!

Lin Qianqian, what a cunning woman! In order to avoid becoming a concubine, she actually came up with such a method to fight against her!

She then sent someone directly to the Lin residence, intending to drive Lin Qianqian's birth mother out of the house.

But that concubine was protected by someone, and without even thinking about it, she knew that Shen Fuhan was the one who did it.

What could she do? The matter of taking a concubine was done secretly, without any official channels. Was she going to turn against her grandson over this?

The old lady felt a lump in her throat, unable to let it go, and angrily smashed a teacup, finally venting her anger a little.

Seeing that she looked unwell, Granny Zhao asked, "Would the old lady like to take a quick-acting heart medicine?"

"No need," the old lady waved her hand, "I'm perfectly fine!"

No sooner had the words been spoken than a maid announced that the Marquis, his wife, and his cousin had arrived.

The old lady gave a heavy snort, deliberately leaving them waiting for a moment before getting up and going to the hall.

Upon seeing them, she feigned ignorance and asked, "Why are you here?"

Shen Fuhan said, "It's for my cousin Qianqian's marriage."

"What, after staying in the manor for a few days, Qianqian has already developed feelings for someone?"

The old lady's sharp gaze shot towards her, and Lin Qianqian shrank back and lowered her head.

“Indeed, it is my grandson’s guard, Ling He,” Shen Fuhan said calmly. “The two fell in love at first sight and came to me for help. I thought I should inform my grandmother about this, so I came here.”

They both knew it was fake, but Shen Fuhan wasn't afraid of being exposed.

Now that things had come to this, the old lady dared not expose the truth.

She had not informed him of the matter of taking a concubine beforehand, and since things had taken an unexpected turn, she could only admit that she was in the wrong.

"It's all Lin Qianqian's fault," the old lady glared at her fiercely.

Then he said, "Since they like each other, I naturally agree. But isn't this guard's status a bit too low? How can he be worthy of Qianqian?"

Lin Qianqian curtsied and said, "Qianqian doesn't care about status, she only wishes to win the heart of one person and stay together until old age."

Knowing that the matter was already settled and there was no point in saying anything, the old lady forced a smile.

"Since that's the case, I won't say anything more. Has the wedding date been set?"

Shen Fuhan nodded and said, "It's set for March 28th."

Time is a bit tight, with only about twenty days left, but this matter cannot be delayed; the sooner the better.

Lin Qianqian was stunned. She hadn't expected it to happen so quickly; she hadn't prepared anything...

Even her family doesn't know.

However, whether you marry early or late, it's all the same, and it doesn't matter when you get married.

Thinking about this, she felt relieved.

Things went smoothly, and the three left Ninghui Hall.

Shen Fuhan said, "Tomorrow you will return to the Lin residence to await your marriage. You don't need to worry about anything; someone will take care of everything for you."

Lin Qianqian said gratefully, "Thank you, cousin."

Wen Jiayue took off the jade bracelet from her wrist and said, "This is my wedding gift to you. Please take it."

Lin Qianqian quickly declined, saying, "My cousin-in-law has already helped me a lot; I shouldn't accept anything from you."

"I didn't say a word just now, how could I help you?" Wen Jiayue said with a smile, "What I gave you is yours, so keep it safe."

Lin Qianqian couldn't refuse, so she had no choice but to accept it.

They soon arrived at Huanhua Courtyard. The three parted ways, with Shen Fuhan and Wen Jiayue heading towards the main courtyard.

Wen Jiayue glanced at the courtyard and asked, "Where does Ling He live now?"

"In the mansion."

Wen Jiayue frowned and said, "Won't Qianqian also have to live in the back room of the Marquis's mansion from now on?"

No matter what, Lin Qianqian is still the daughter of the Lin family. It's unfair to her to live with the servants.

If we continue to live in Huanhua Courtyard... the old lady will definitely not agree, and it's also against the rules.

“It’s only temporary,” Shen Fuhan said. “Once Ling He has saved enough money, he will buy a house.”

Wen Jiayue asked, "Can't we rent a house first?"

"That depends on what they both want," Shen Fuhan said calmly. "They will naturally discuss this matter after they get married, and you and I don't need to interfere."

That's true," Wen Jiayue nodded.

Back in the main courtyard, the two had a simple dinner and then washed up.

After Wen Jiayue finished washing up, she had the wet nurse bring Zhao Zhao over.

Zhao Zhao has been sleeping here for the past few nights. I don't know if she got used to it during her postpartum period or if she adapted to it quickly, but she hasn't cried or fussed at night.

She kissed her daughter's little face and said with a smile, "Zhaozhao is such a good girl."

As if knowing her mother was praising her, Zhao Zhao kissed her again.

The mother and daughter kissed and nuzzled each other. Shen Fuhan glanced at them, then lay down on the bed without trying to play with her daughter.

He had been doing this for the past few days, and Wen Jiayue had gotten used to it. Finally, she kissed her daughter and pulled her between the two of them.

Each person takes turns putting Zhao Zhao to sleep, and today it's her turn.

"Zhaozhao, go to sleep," Wen Jiayue gently patted her back. "Sleep well, Mommy's here."

As she listened to her incredibly gentle voice, Zhao Zhao slowly closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep.

Shen Fuhan then spoke: "Speak."

Wen Jiayue was taken aback: "What did you say?"

Shen Fuhan looked displeased.

She then remembered that she still owed Shen Fuhan a compliment.

"The Marquis has indeed changed. He seems much gentler lately, talks more, and doesn't seem so aloof anymore."

Shen Fuhan narrowed his eyes slightly: "You mean, I used to be unkind, taciturn, and unapproachable?"

Wen Jiayue: "..."

She forced herself to say, "When we first got married, that was indeed my impression of the Marquis, but it has changed now."

Shen Fuhan's expression softened slightly, and he asked again, "Why were you blushing just now?"

Wen Jiayue had just breathed a sigh of relief when her heart tightened again.

She insisted, "I already said it's because it's stuffy inside."

"The window is open, why is it stuffy?" Shen Fuhan asked. "What were you all talking about?"

He suspected that Wen Jiayue was speaking ill of him at the time because she stood up in a panic the moment she saw him.

As for Lin Qianqian blushing, it was because she was embarrassed and awkward.

If they had nothing to hide, why did they react this way upon seeing him?

Wen Jiayue pursed her lips. Did his eyes have to be so sharp?

She could only say, "These are private words for young ladies, and the Marquis certainly wouldn't be interested in them, so I'd better not say them."

Shen Fuhan said, "But I'm even more curious."

Seeing that he kept asking, Wen Jiayue was both embarrassed and angry: "I already said it was a private conversation, you are not allowed to ask anymore."

Her behavior only strengthened Shen Fuhan's suspicions.

What if I insist on asking?